Built 1900-1901 by Max Littmann as a private theatre for "Gesellschaft Prinzregenten-Theater mbH", modelled after the Bayreuth Festspielhaus. Named in honour of Luitpold, prince regent of Bavaria (1821-1912). Opened 20 Aug 1901 with Act III of Richard Wagner's "Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg". 1938-1949 extensions. Foyers damaged by bombs in 1945. Home to the Bayerische Staatsoper comany from 1945 until 1963. 1957-1958 reconstruction of the foyer wing. 1984-1987 renovations. Currently used for opera performances and concerts by "Bayerische Theaterakdamie August Everding", as well as for opera performances by the Bayerische Staatsoper and Staatstheater am Gärtnerplatz opera companies, various concerts and other events. 1122 seats.